2008 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Oka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2005 Lada Oka | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 550 | Oka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
